Monthly Archives: July 2016

OK Slip Falls, Adirondack Hike

Posted on July 21, 2016 by julieovaltrades

We were on our way from camping at Dippikill to go white water rafting up in Indian Lake. During the drive I noticed the trailhead for OK Slip Falls [Route 28 and intersection of Beaver Meadow Brook Rd, Indian Falls … Continue reading →

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Adirondack High Peaks: Cascade and Porter

Posted on July 20, 2016 by julieovaltrades

From high to low. Last year we did Mount Marcy as the first of our 46 – this year we tried Cascade and Porter as our second and third in the Adirondack High Peaks Region. It was a long and … Continue reading →

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Sightseeing in Rome

Posted on July 19, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Pantheon, Piazza della Rotonda, 00186 Roma, Italy One of the best preserved ancient Roman structures, building began under the Emperor Augustus. The dome is one of the largest unreinforced and the oculus at the center provides the main source of … Continue reading →

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Eat your way around Rome

Posted on July 18, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Sapori e Delizie, Via Giovanni Lanza, 102, 00184 Roma, Italy Pizza is a part of my personal identity, as well as it is of Italy’s. I grew up in the Bronx and the guys at the pizza shop I’ve been … Continue reading →

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Off the beaten path in Rome

Posted on July 17, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Torre Argentina Roman Cat Sanctuary, Via di Torre Argentina, 1, 00186 Roma, Italy One of the hardest things about travel for me is leaving my best feline pal at home, Sassy cat. As the crazy cat lady (or gattare in … Continue reading →

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Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill

Posted on July 16, 2016 by julieovaltrades

One of the seven wonders of the world, the Colosseum is the sight to see in Rome…for everyone. You can imagine what that means, lines and crowds. Don’t fret, heed this pro tip: purchase your ticket at the Palatine Hill … Continue reading →

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My favorite meal in Rome: Alfredo e Ada

Posted on July 15, 2016 by julieovaltrades

I didn’t take a picture of the exterior, Trattoria da Alfredo e Ada [Via dei Banchi Nuovi, 14, 00186 Roma, Italy] was nondescript in a quiet alleyway. I can’t really remember anything special about the décor inside. There were so many … Continue reading →

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R. S. Taylor & Sons Brewery, Salem

Posted on July 14, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Once in a while I find a special brewery that steals my heart. I’ll admit I’m not a big craft beer drinker, but my partner in crime is and I love supporting local businesses. On Fourth of July we were … Continue reading →

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Battenkill Valley Creamery, Salem

Posted on July 13, 2016 by julieovaltrades

I can’t stress it enough, I am not exaggerating, this place has changed my life. I found the best ice cream on earth at Battenkill Valley Creamery [691 County Route 30 Salem, NY 12865 (which my GPS didn’t take) or Intersection … Continue reading →

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Swimming at Eagleville Covered Bridge

Posted on July 12, 2016 by julieovaltrades

On a sweltering summer day, nothing sounds sweeter than a dip in a secret swimming hole. They’re presently hard to come by, many of my old haunts are off limits, patrolled by police. Recently I was riding around Washington County … Continue reading →

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